The City in Glass

by Nghi Vo

First published 2024

Vân is a glassblower in the glittering city of Nhà Thủy. When her mentor vanishes, she must navigate a treacherous world of secrets and betrayals to uncover the truth. As she delves deeper, Vân realizes the very foundation of her city is built on lies. With time running out, she must choose between the life she knows and an uncertain future.

Genres: literary-fiction, mystery, fantasy, magical-realism

Vibes: atmospheric, suspenseful, thought-provoking

Tropes: chosen-one, deception

Setting: Nhà Thủy

224 pages · Hardcover · Tordotcom

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